Cidade Turismo – Brazil

Before you go

Your trip to Armação dos Búzios.

Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.

Armação dos Búzios – RJ Destination Região dos Lagos about 170 km from Rio de Janeiro

How to get there

  • Aeroporto Internacional de Cabo Frio (CFB) Cabo Frio · 30 km
  • Rodoviária de Búzios

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

You can arrive by car or bus from Rio de Janeiro. If you use Cabo Frio airport, arrange transport to Búzios and check available flights for your dates. Plan the road section allowing time for traffic and stops.

How many days

We suggest three days to alternate between Geribá, Ferradura and the town center at a relaxed pace. In a single day, pick one beach and reserve the late afternoon for Orla Bardot, finishing at Rua das Pedras. Two days allow you to enjoy the beaches in separate periods.

When to go

Choose weekdays outside holidays if you prefer an itinerary with fewer crowds. Plan your beach days using the wind forecast and sea conditions; have an alternative outing through the center. At any time of year, schedule breaks to rest.

Do you need a car?

For Rua das Pedras and Orla Bardot, keep the visit on foot. To combine beaches in different parts of town, a car or hired transport makes the route easier. Set your return plans before you leave and check where you can embark or park.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Armação dos Búzios
  1. Morning
    Start at Ferradura

    Choose Praia da Ferradura for a morning in the cove. Assess the sea conditions before swimming and set aside time to rest on the sand.

  2. Afternoon
    Choose between relaxing and Geribá

    After lunch, stay at Ferradura if you want a quiet day. If you'd rather visit another beach, arrange a transfer to Geribá to walk the sand and watch the surfing.

  3. Late afternoon
    Walk along Orla Bardot

    Return to the center and walk along Orla Bardot, in front of Praia da Armação. Pause to take in the scenery and the sculptures.

  4. Evening
    Rua das Pedras

    Finish with a walk along Rua das Pedras. Choose a restaurant to suit your preferences and arrange your return transport.

2 days in Armação dos Búzios

Day 1

  1. Morning
    Morning at Ferradura

    Spend the morning at Praia da Ferradura. Bring what you need to stay on the sand and decide whether to swim based on the day's conditions.

  2. Afternoon
    Continue along the cove

    Reserve the afternoon for resting or trying available nautical activities. Before booking, confirm the activity conditions and the return point.

  3. Late afternoon
    Orla Bardot scenery

    Walk along Orla Bardot and watch the boats at Praia da Armação. Keep a pace with breaks—don't turn the walk into a race between spots.

  4. Evening
    Dinner in the center

    Explore Rua das Pedras and pick a place for dinner. Allow time to return to your accommodation calmly.

Day 2

  1. Morning
    Geribá and the open sea

    Visit Praia de Geribá and watch the surfers. Enter the sea only when conditions match your experience level.

  2. Afternoon
    Free time in Geribá

    Have lunch nearby and enjoy another stretch of time on the beach. Respect signage and areas designated for activities on the sand.

  3. Late afternoon
    Return without hurry

    Return to your accommodation or the center, depending on your location. Use this time to rest before your final night.

  4. Evening
    Farewell along Rua das Pedras

    Take one last walk along Rua das Pedras. If you travel early the next day, finish the stroll with time to organise your departure.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

Are Búzios and Armação dos Búzios the same city?

Yes. Armação dos Búzios is the name of the municipality, commonly called Búzios.

Which beach should I choose for a first visit?

Ferradura offers a sheltered cove; Geribá is known for surfing. Choose according to your interests and check the sea conditions before entering the water.

Can you visit the center on foot?

Rua das Pedras and Orla Bardot can be part of a walk through the center. Wear comfortable shoes and plan transport between your accommodation and this circuit.

How many days should I reserve?

As a suggestion, three days allow you to combine the two beaches and the center with breaks. On a short visit, reduce the number of transfers.

Is it necessary to book sea activities?

Check with providers for your date and confirm the activity conditions, meeting point and the possibility of changes due to wind or sea state.

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